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      Christopher Nkunku ‘decides to LEAVE RB Leipzig amid transfer interest from Man Utd and two other Premier League clubs’

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      RB LEIPZIG star Christopher Nkunku wants to leave the Bundesliga outfit this summer amid interest from the Premier League.That is according to L’Equipe, who report that Nkunku believes the time is now to depart Leipzig with Manchester United, Manchester City and Newcastle all keeping tabs.
      RB Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku wants to leave in the summer with Man Utd keenCredit: Getty
      But the Prem giants are not the only ones chasing the attacking midfielder as AC Milan, Bayern Munich and former club Paris Saint-Germain are also set to join the bidding war.
      The France international has stood out this season with a whopping 31 goals and 20 assists in 48 appearances across all competitions.
      Transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio recently stated a Premier League move is likelier for the 24-year-old.
      However, Leipzig are not keen to sell Nkunku as they are planning to invest heavily in the summer to challenge Bayern for the Bundesliga title and push for Champions League success.
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      The German club is looking to build the team around the Frenchman, whose contract runs out in 2024, and even an offer of €100million (£84.4m) might not be enough.
      United interim manager Ralf Rangnick, who is set to undertake a consultancy role in June and has a close relationship with the Red Bull team, is a big fan of Nkunku.
      So much so that he was left dismayed when he heard from the Red Devils’ scouting department that there were no eyes on the former PSG ace upon his arrival in November.
      United are planning a major rebuild ahead of incoming manager Erik ten Hag’s arrival.
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      City appear more focused on landing Borussia Dortmund superstar Erling Haaland, while Nkunku is reportedly unlikely to be convinced to join Newcastle.
      Bayern may only move if Serge Gnabry leaves whereas PSG ’s interest depends on sporting director Leonardo’s future at the club.
      The Brazilian is reportedly not keen on re-signing a player for such a larger sum than what the Parisians sold for so recently. More

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      Chelsea starlets Broja and Colwill will not accept transfer offers until crisis-club’s future is resolved

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      CHELSEA whizkids Armando Broja and Levi Colwill are waiting on the club’s future before they can have their own sorted out.The Blues are currently in the midst of a takeover process as Roman Abramovich sells up.
      Southampton loanee Armando Broja has stood out at St Mary’s this seasonCredit: Rex
      Huddersfield loanee Levi Colwill will have to wait until Chelsea’s takeover is completeCredit: Getty
      They are unable to buy or sell players, or offer new contracts, while the sanctioned Russian oligarch remains at the helm.
      Should new ownership be green lit, then those rules will be removed.
      But until then there is the possibility that the Blues may have to rely on their existing squad, meaning there is a chance highly-rated Broja and Colwill will be involved.
      That could be the case anyway after encouraging campaigns from both starlets.
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      Broja, 20, has hit nine goals on loan at Southampton, though his form has tailed off of late and he last hit the back of the net at the beginning of March.
      Saints would like to sign him again on another season’s loan, while there is interest at home and abroad in the Albanian forward.
      England Under-21 centre-back Colwill, 19, has shone on loan at Huddersfield, who have qualified for the Championship play-offs.
      Chelsea are currently in need of defenders with centre-backs Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger set to join Barcelona and Real Madrid on respective free transfers.
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      Captain Cesar Azpilicueta has also been linked with Barca as his his contract runs out in June as well.
      The West Londoners also have other key figures, such as N’Golo Kante and Jorginho, with deals set to expire in a year’s time. More

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      Paul Pogba ‘sets sights on PSG free transfer ahead of Juventus and Real Madrid’ as he prepares for Man Utd exit

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Paul Pogba wants to join Paris Saint-Germain in the summer, reports suggest.Mundo Deportivo report that Pogba has told people close to him that he prefers to return to France after his United contract ends.
      Manchester United star Paul Pogba prefers to join Paris Saint-GermainCredit: AFP
      That works as a significant blow for Juventus and Real Madrid, who have also been keeping tabs on the star midfielder.
      The France international played his last game for United last month against Liverpool at Anfield.
      The 29-year-old hobbled off the pitch with a calf injury that will keep him sidelined for the rest of the campaign.
      And there is no desire from either the Red Devils or Pogba to extend his stay at Old Trafford.
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      That means the club record signing’s sorry six-year stint at United ends in the summer with a total of 39 goals and 51 assists in 233 appearances under his name.
      And PSG could be his next destination as the Ligue 1 champions are facing the prospect of losing Leandro Paredes.
      Pogba is seen as an attractive replacement for Paredes in midfield but the French giants are a bit hesitant due to his injury history.
      United are set for a major clearout ahead of incoming manager Erik ten Hag’s arrival.
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      Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial, Donny van de Beek, Eric Bailly, Phil Jones and Dean Henderson all face uncertain futures.
      Interim boss Ralf Rangnick, who is set to undertake a consultancy role which he will juggle as Austria manager, also revealed the Red Devils could sign up to ten players as part of a major rebuild. More

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      Erik ten Hag ‘makes Denzel Dumfries No1 Man Utd transfer target’ after missing out on Noussair Mazraoui to Bayern

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      ERIK TEN HAG has reportedly put Inter Milan right-back Denzel Dumfries top of his summer transfer shortlist. The incoming Manchester United boss is claimed to be a huge fan of fellow Dutchman Dumfries.
      Denzel Dumfries is claimed to be a summer target for Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      A right-back is said to be one of the areas Ten Hag is looking to strengthen, with SunSport exclusively revealing Aaron Wan-Bissaka is a transfer target for Roma.
      And Italian outlet Tuttosport claim Ten Hag puts Dumfries, 26, “top of his preferences”.
      Initially Ten Hag was reported to have been eager to bring out-of-contract Ajax star Noussair Mazraoui with him to Old Trafford.
      But the right-back is on the verge of a move to Bayern Munich, leaving the new gaffer with no choice but to pursue alternative targets.
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      Dumfries has impressed during his debut season at the San Siro following a £12.5million transfer from PSG Eindhoven last summer.
      And Tuttosport go on to claim the full-back would now be worth at least £30m in the upcoming transfer window.
      There could be change in the position at United before the start of the next campaign, with Wan-Bissaka waiting to speak to Ten Hag to see if he is in the Dutchman’s plans.
      If not, then Atletico Madrid and Crystal Palace – as well as Roma – are keen on his signature.
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      Wan-Bissaka’s departure would free up space to bring in Dumfries from Inter.
      Dumfries has made 41 appearances in all competitions this season – scoring five goals and contributing seven assists.
      His form has given Inter hope of defending the Serie A title they won last term.
      Simone Inzaghi’s side are second in the table with three games remaining, two points behind bitter rivals AC Milan. More

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      Barcelona ‘step up Raphinha transfer chase and plan talks with Leeds but will NOT make Adama Traore loan permanent’

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      BARCELONA have reportedly stepped up their bid to sign Leeds star Raphinha in the summer.That is according to the Daily Telegraph, who report that Barca have scheduled imminent talks over the winger.
      Leeds star Raphinha has been linked with a move to Barcelona in the summerCredit: Rex
      Barcelona are not keen to sign Wolves loanee Adama Traore on a permanent dealCredit: Getty
      The Catalans don’t want to waste time by waiting until the end of the season and are prepared to offer all kinds of different deals for the Brazil international.
      This comes amid reports suggesting that Barca will not sign Adama Traore on a permanent deal once his loan stint from Wolves ends in June.
      Traore’s hopes of securing a permanent move back to Barcelona are “getting more complicated every day” due to a dip in form.
      The winger hit the ground running upon his return to the Nou Camp in January with four assists in his first seven games.
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      Raphinha could be a potential replacement but his asking price will depend on whether Leeds avoid relegation.
      The 25-year-old would be worth £25million if Jesse Marsh’s men drop to the Championship and Barcelona are willing to trigger it as soon as possible to secure him.
      Leeds are just two points away from the relegation zone as they are battling it out with Everton, who have a game in hand, and Burnley.
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      Ronaldo DENIES camera gesture, Lingard’s brother FUMES at club, Jamie Carragher’s Rangnick VERDICT – latest updates

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO has added to the speculation of his time at Old Trafford coming to an end.The Portuguese icon appeared to mouth the words “I’m not finished yet” during a post-lap of honour on the weekend.
      But the 5x Ballon d’Or winner has claimed that this was not what he said.
      Meanwhile, Jesse Lingard’s brother has gone on a rant as he believes that the United forward didn’t get the send off he derserved.
      And former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher doesn’t believe that the infusion of Ralf Rangnicks role in Manchester and Austrian managerial role will work.
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      Varane has no United regrets
      Raphael Varane insists he made the right choice to join Man Utd – despite his struggles this season.
      The ex-Real Madrid star declared: “The experience it’s amazing. The feeling to be a United player is something special.
      “I am very happy to play in the Premier League and it’s a great experience.
      “Obviously, it’s not the result what we expected but I’m still positive and I think that the next season will be better.”
      “I think I need a full pre-season to be fit but I think next season will be better.
      “I think this season was not bad but we can improve and we can do better.”
      Too good to be Tchou
      Premier League clubs have been given a boost in the hunt for Aurelien Tchouameni.
      That’s because the Monaco star reportedly wants a move to England’s top flight this summer.
      Di Marzio claims Tchouameni is ready to snub interest from Spain for a Prem switch.
      Man Utd, Chelsea and Arsenal are among those keen on the £60million-rated France midfielder.

      Pogba tipped for European transfer
      Paul Pogba will have no problem finding a new club this summer if he leaves Man United.
      That’s the opinion of ex-Unite star Luke Chadwick who reckons top clubs such as PSG and Real Madrid will be eager to snap the ‘world class’ Frenchman up.
      Chadwick said, via Caught Offside: “I’d imagine at the end of the season there’ll be big clubs who’ll be interested in him, even if his stock has fallen a bit.
      “That might cost him a few grand a week in whatever contract he receives, but it does look like he’ll move on and it’s the right time to do so.
      “I still think we’ll see the big clubs like Real Madrid and PSG trying to take him on and get the best out of him, which United haven’t managed to do.”
      Jaap Stam backs Maguire
      Man United legend Jaap Stam has backed Harry Maguire to rediscover the form that drove the club to splurge £100m on him.
      Stam told the PA news agency: “I still think Harry is a good player, is a good defender.
      “You need to understand, every player – and I’ve had it myself as well – goes through rough spells that he’s having a hard time, the confidence is a bit low, he’s not feeling well, making mistakes.
      “But when you cost 100 million and you’re making a mistake, yeah, the pressure on you is a lot more than when you’re costing a few quid.
      “He’s played this season good games as well. Having this season now and maybe a new coach coming in, having a fresh start, (he will be) learning a lot from this season as well and what he’s done and what he needs to do.
      “Does he need to make a change or not? Maybe having different players next to him or in front of him can help him out as well in terms of feeling more confident, so maybe next season you’ll see a total different player.”
      McKen you believe it
      Former Manchester United coach Kieran McKenna is being touted as the next Watford boss.
      The Hornets’ position will be open when Roy Hodgson leaves the club at the end of the season.
      And McKenna is one of the front-runners to replace the 74-year-old, as reported by The East Anglian Daily Times.
      The 35-year-old is currently managing at League One Ipswich just four months after leaving his role at United.
      Man United face Ronaldo battle
      Man United are facing a battle to keep Cristiano Ronaldo at Old Trafford.
      The 37-year-old legend is considering a move away after just a year back at the club with the Red Devils’ Champions League qualification hopes over.
      The hierarchy at United are aware of this but are desperate to keep one of the most marketable names in the game.
      Ronaldo signed for two years when he returned this season with the option of a further year.
      Much will come down to what incoming boss Erik Ten Hag’s plans are but he has yet to communicate what he wants to do about the Portuguese ace.
      Ten Hag does not want to discuss any player plans with the club until he has concluded the title race with his Ajax side in the Eredivisie.
      Man City fear revealed
      Gary Neville has revealed what he thinks rivals Man City will fear the most when they take on Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final second leg.
      Man United legend Neville said: “This is a monstrous game in midweek for City.
      “Manchester City versus Real Madrid is an event.
      “The game last week was, but this on Wednesday is like a heavyweight boxing clash of the century. Real Madrid were on the canvas a couple of times but they got up, and that is the thing Pep will fear most.”
      Mourinho plans Man United raid
      Jose Mourinho is eyeing another English raid by targeting Aaron Wan-Bissaka at old club Manchester United.
      Former Red Devils boss Mourinho has had great success with the signing of Three Lions striker Tammy Abraham, who has blasted 24 goals this term.
      Now he is considering a move for Abraham’s compatriot Wan-Bissaka.
      The full-back is also drawing admiring glances from Spanish giants Atletico Madrid.
      AWB is waiting to speak to incoming Red Devils boss Erik Ten Hag to see if he is in the Dutchman’s plans.
      The defender, 24, has endured a difficult campaign at Old Trafford.

      Lingard tipped for Prem stay
      Jesse Lingard has been tipped to remain in the Premier League even if leaves Man United.
      Lingard’s fallen out of favour at Old Trafford and has most likely kicked his last ball in a Man United shirt.
      However, Newcastle or West Ham could provide solace for Lingard.
      That’s the opinion of former Premier League ace Charlie Austin.
      He said to talkSPORT: “You’d have to say West Ham [as a destination], you’d have to put Newcastle in the mix.
      “Every player that’s part of the top six that’s no longer wanted by their clubs, Newcastle’s name is going to pop up.”
      Didn’t Mata at Real Madrid
      Juan Mata is one of the Premier League’s most decorated stars with stints at Man United and Chelsea – but he failed to make the grade with Real Madrid.
      Originally a Real Oviedo youth product, Los Blancos pounced on attacking midfielder Mata when he was 15.
      He played his way through the youth ranks to the second string, where he scored ten goals in a team that was relegated from the Spanish second division.
      Mata had a release clause in the final year of his contract that allowed him to talk to other clubs – and in 2007 he moved to Valencia.
      It was at Valencia where Mata made his name, before moving to the Premier League with Chelsea and then on to the Red Devils.
      Season ticket changes revealed
      Man United have announced a series of changes to the stipulations of a season ticket for fans.
      The new rules allow for flexibility for fans when choosing a season ticket.
      United’s media said: “From next season, Season Ticket-holders will be able to opt in or out of each of the cup competitions the team competes in.
      “The changes have resulted from consultation with the Manchester United Fans’ Advisory Board (FAB) and Fans’ Forum, whose members have worked closely with the club to develop the revised policies.”
      Dybala’s future plans revealed
      Paulo Dybala is reportedly on the verge of joining Inter Milan on a free transfer.
      According to Italian outlet La Gazzetta delo Sport, Dybala has chosen Inter Milan as his next club.
      He will earn a staggering £5million per-year at LEAST.
      He has been at the centre of a four-way Premier League transfer battle with Manchester United, Arsenal, Newcastle and Tottenham.
      Ramsdale defends Fernandes taunt
      Aaron Ramsdale has defended taunting Bruno Fernandes after the Man United star missed a penalty against the Gunners.
      Ramsdale said on Peter Crouch’s podcast: “It was good sh**housery, but I think it got blown out of proportion because there was five or six Arsenal players in front of me so I celebrated with them.
      ‘It looked like it, I probably had that a bit in my head then stopped halfway, but it’s just emotion.
      ‘Nothing to do with him or to do with the football club or anything like that. It was just pure emotion.”
      Mat some of that
      Juan Mata is set to leave Man United this summer when his contract is up.
      But the midfield veteran isn’t short on offers it’s been claimed.
      According to Sport, Valencia, Real Sociedad, and Real Betis are all interested in giving Mata a new home.
      Match made in heaven
      Erik ten Hag is the perfect match for Man United.
      That’s the opinion of ex-Brighton star Joel Veltman.
      Veltman told Sky Sports: “I think it’s a good choice only because he’s tactically really good, and I think that’s the most important thing that they need right now.
      “They have the major players. Every player showed already they are amazing and can perform well in this league at the highest level,
      “So they just need a gaffer who is like, ‘Guys, you have to do this, this and this.’
      “He needs time of course, but I think he’s probably the perfect match.”
      Man United in transfer blow
      Man United look set to lose out on Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly to Barcelona.
      Man United have been tracking the defender over the last few years.
      But AS claim Koulibaly’s in advanced talks with Barca over a summer switch.
      Rice in charge
      Man United will reportedly miss out on Declan Rice this summer.
      The England ace is set to snub a move away from West Ham, the Mail reported.
      The Hammers plan to reward Rice’s loyalty by naming him the club’s captain.
      In Kroos control
      Real Madrid ace Toni Kroos has revealed how close he was to joining Man United when David Moyes was boss.
      Koss told the Daily Mail: “I knew beforehand that MUFC wanted me, and Moyes absolutely underlined that. It was a really nice afternoon with very pleasant people.
      We talked a lot about United’s football plan, which convinced me.”
      “United is too big a club to be there for a year or two. This is not a club where you go to finish your career.
      “You have to be there for three or four years and both the player and club must have a clear idea.”
      Man United players tax revealed
      Several Man United players pay less in yearly tax than Cristiano Ronaldo.
      Figures show that Jadon Sancho, David De Gea, and Raphael Varane’s tax bills are considerably lower than Ronaldo’s.
      De Gea coughs up £9.40m, while Sancho’s tax bill is £8.77m, and Varane departs with £8.52m, City AM reported.
      Ronaldo’s tax figures revealed
      Half of Cristiano Ronaldo’s wages are dished out to the taxman, figures reveal.
      Ronaldo reportedly rakes in just over £26.52m a year.
      But he pays out £12.78m to HMRC tax and revenue department, City AM reported.
      Tchou of luck
      Man United’s transfer pursuit of Aurelien Tchouaméni has been given a huge boost as he’s reportedly interested in a move to the Premier League.
      That’s the view of transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio who told wettfreunde: “A lot of clubs in the Premier League are following him (Aurelien Tchouaméni) also. Arsenal, Manchester United to name a few.”
      “He prefers to play in the Premier League.
      “Nowadays the players want to play in the Premier League. He stayed another year in Monaco because he was waiting for the possibility of going to the Premier League.
      “I think this could be the summer for him to go.”
      Serg of interest
      Lazio are reportedly willing to lower their asking price for Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
      His consistent performances this season have made him one of the most sought-after players in the world.
      He is out of contract in summer 2024, but Lazio are willing to let him go in the summer.
      And according to Italian outlet CalcioMercato, the club have lowered their asking price.
      Milinkovic-Savic was originally valued at £85million, but The Eagles will now consider offers of around £67million.
      Ronaldo/Ten Hag success predicted
      Cristiano Ronaldo has been tipped to have a successful relationship with Erik ten Hag at Man United next season.
      That’s the view of Luke Chadwick who told CaughtOffside: “We all talk about his age but I think he’s certainly got the energy levels to keep on doing it at this level.
      “I think the main issue this season has been his frustration with how things went under Ole, and the results not really coming under Rangnick either.
      “Hopefully now we’re seeing that he’s a bit more positive, and hopefully the new manager can come in and bring everyone together. At his best, he’s obviously someone you’d rather have at the club than not.”
      Time to modernise
      Ralf Rangnick wants Man United to rebuild their attack with modern strikers with less reliance on Cristiano Ronaldo.
      He said: “Cristiano isn’t a central striker or does not want to play in that position.
      “It’s obvious the club needs at least two new strikers who give this team more quality and more options. I wouldn’t even call it wingers.
      “Two strikers and modern strikers, that do not necessarily have to be wingers.
      “If you look into international football, there aren’t many top teams who still play with two strikers. Most play with either three strikers or a false nine.”
      Berbatov demands Ronaldo respect
      Dimitar Berbatov has demanded that Cristiano Ronaldo is given more respect at Man United.
      Berbatov, who also thinks Ronaldo can play for another three or four years said to United’s media: “To be honest, I’m not surprised.
      “I just had the pleasure of playing one year with him, which was a short period, but I saw how he prepared himself when he was at United. And then I followed him up into his career and it’s not surprising to see him play like this.
      “I am sure if he continues taking care of himself, like he is doing now, he can play for another three or four years for sure.
      “Yes, time is waiting for no-one and, with time, some of your qualities are getting less but then you need to be smart and adjust your way of playing football.
      “You can still be good and Ronaldo is a case of this, 18 goals at 37 years of age, in the best league in the world, come on! You need to show the respect there.”
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      Boehly closes in on Chelsea deal, Blues’ Premier league status in JEOPARDY, Abramovich could cause bid to COLLAPSE

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      CHELSEA’S takeover seems to have taken a turn for the worse as there are now fears that a deal with Todd Boehly could COLLAPSE.Boehly has been named as the preferred bidder for Chelsea despite a last-gasp £4billion bid from Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
      And Boehly’s team were told they had been granted a “period of exclusivity” to discuss the final terms and conditions of a takeover package.
      However Russian Oligarch Roman Abramovich is reportedly “attempting to renege on his promise to write off a £1.6 billion debt”.
      This is despite the 55-year-old saying he would NOT be asking for any loans to be repaid when he put the club up for sale.
      Which could see any future deal between Boehly and the West London outfit fall through.
      Or in a worst case scenario, Chelsea could LOSE their Premier League status.
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      Todd Boehly’s first job if he gets control of Chelsea will be to head off the threat of a player exodus.
      Several senior players are “gutted” defender Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen are leaving on free transfers.
      Club captain Cesar Azpilicueta may also still quit despite an automatic extension to his contract.
      Meanwhile, N’Golo Kante and Jorginho are about to enter the final year of their deals and could also move on.
      Too good to be Tchou
      Premier League clubs have been given a boost in the hunt for Aurelien Tchouameni.
      That’s because the Monaco star reportedly wants a move to England’s top flight this summer.
      Di Marzio claims Tchouameni is ready to snub interest from Spain for a Prem switch.
      Chelsea, Man Utd and Arsenal are among those keen on the £60million-rated France midfielder.

      Fab a good birthday
      Chelsea have wished former star Cesc Fabregas a happy birthday.
      The Blues midfielder has turned 35 today and the Blues were on hand to send him some birthday love.
      Fabregas joined the Blues in 2014 after a spell with Barcelona, and he went on to score 22 goals and provide 57 assists in 198 appearances across all competitions.

      Chelsea delivered stark ownership warning
      Chelsea have been warned against keeping Roman Abramovich’s cronies Marina Granovskaia and Bruce Buck at the club.
      The stark warning was delivered by Julian Knight, chair of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee.
      He told the Financial Times: “Any continuity with the Abramovich regime at Chelsea is certainly an unsettling development.
      “There needs to be clarity surrounding the process to ensure that everything is being done to the letter.”
      Cab you Kep up
      Chelsea stopper Kepa Arrizabalaga has revealed that Formula One is a hot topic at Cobham.
      Kepa’s an avid watcher of the sport and he revealed that he’s joined in regular discussions about the F1 with Timo Werner, Kai Havertz and Mason Mount.
      Speaking to Chelsea’s press, he said: “I am a big fan of cycling, F1 and Moto GP, and I also follow basketball. I like Formula 1 and we talk at Cobham every Monday after a race.
      “We have a few players who like it, like Timo, Kai and Mason, so we discuss what’s happened in the race and talk about it, which I enjoy.”
      Missed the Marc
      Another Chelsea star who failed to impress at Real Madrid is Marcos Alonso.
      Alonso was born in Madrid and joined La Fabrica as a kid.
      He rose through the youth ranks, before he was handed his debut by Manuel Pellegrini in 2010.
      But with chances hard to come by, Alonso moved to England – signing for Bolton Wanderers that same year.
      He was sold to Fiorentina, also enjoying a loan spell at Sunderland, before later joining the Blues, where he plays to this day.
      Ratcliffe still keen on Chelsea
      Jim Ratcliffe has no plans on giving up his bid to own Chelsea despite getting knocked by the Raine Group.
      A director at a Ratcliffe-owned company said, via BNN Bloomberg: “We’ve been rejected out of hand by Raine, but we will keep reminding people we are still here.
      “We will continue to engage with the fanbase,” said Crotty. “We see ourselves as a fan-based bid.”
      Didn’t Mata at Real Madrid
      Juan Mata is one of the Premier League’s most decorated stars with stints at Man United and Chelsea – but he failed to make the grade with Real Madrid.
      Originally a Real Oviedo youth product, Los Blancos pounced on attacking midfielder Mata when he was 15.
      He played his way through the youth ranks to the second string, where he scored ten goals in a team that was relegated from the Spanish second division.
      Mata had a release clause in the final year of his contract that allowed him to talk to other clubs – and in 2007 he moved to Valencia.
      It was at Valencia where Mata made his name, before moving to the Premier League with Chelsea and then on to the Red Devils.
      ‘Drogba was my idol’
      Bolton Wanderers forward Elias Kachunga has revealed that Didier Drogba was his idol growing up.
      Kachunga said on Twitter: “Didier Drogba was always my idol when I grew up. The way he played for Chelsea, I always liked to see how he played.”
      Kachunga’s revelation will be welcomed by Drogba who was overtaken as the highest-scoring African player by Liverpool ace Sadio Mane.
      Lukaku’s Chelsea struggles revealed
      Romelu Lukaku admitted to Chelsea’s staff that he couldn’t keep up with Thomas Tuchel’s physical demands earlier this season.
      The Belgian reportedly preferred playing under Antonio Conte instead.
      He had more freedom in Conte’s free-flowing attack as opposed to Tuchel’s high pressing formation, The Athletic reported, via Absolute Chelsea.
      Keep hold of Jorginho
      Chelsea have been urged to keep hold of Jorginho at all cost by Glen Johnson.
      Johnson said to GGrecon: “I don’t think it’s time for Jorginho to leave Chelsea. He’s possibly not playing as much football as he would like but I still believe he’s a fantastic player and certainly a great squad player.
      “If I was Chelsea, I’d extend his contract and make sure you keep him.”
      Drogba loses record to Mane
      Sadio Mane has become the highest-scoring African player of all time in the Champions League knockout stages.
      The Liverpool star scored the third goal as Jurgen Klopp’s men secured a 3-2 away win against Villarreal on Tuesday night.
      Mane’s 74th-minute strike saw him move onto 15 goals, overtaking Chelsea legend Didier Droba’s haul of 14.
      The Ivorian reached that total in 46 knockout appearances for the Londoners.
      Mane has reached 15 in 26 games in the knockout stages.
      Hardest decision ever made
      Drew Spence says calling time on her Blues career after a 14-year spell is one of the toughest calls she has had to make.
      The WSL ace, who is Chelsea’s longest-serving player, tearfully announced she would leave this summer in an emotional video.
      Speaking to Chelsea’s website, the midfield ace said: “This is probably one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make.
      “It’s like leaving your family.”

      The Buck stops here
      Chelsea chiefs Marina Granovskaia and Bruce Buck will STAY at Stamford Bridge if Todd Boehly’s bid to buy the club is successful, according to reports.
      The Financial Times claim Boehly and Co want director Granovskaia and chairman Buck to remain at the West London giants if they conclude their deal.
      The pair have reportedly offered informal terms to continue their roles at the Blues.
      The Boehly group hopes the key figures staying will be good for “continuity” during the difficult transition into the new era after 19 years of Abramovich.
      The American-led consortium believes Granovskaia and Buck have been key to the club’s recent success, including the 2021 Champions League title.
      Juventus plan Chelsea raid
      Juventus are planning to raid Chelsea for three players this summer.
      The Serie A side have set sights on Jorginho, Christian Pulisic, and Emerson Palmieri.
      That’s according to Tutto Sport, via Chelsea specialist Simon Philips.
      Pick of the bunch
      Jordan Pickford has praised Everton team-mate Richarlison for his contribution against Chelsea.
      The Brazilian scored the winning goal against the Blues as Everton secured a much-needed win.
      Pickford said: “Richarlison worked hard for 45 minutes against Chelsea and had a couple of chances.
      “Then he got his reward with the goal in the 46th minute, because he’d continued working hard.”
      Rice in charge
      Chelsea will reportedly miss out on Declan Rice this summer.
      The England ace is set to snub a move away from West Ham, the Mail reported.
      The Hammers plan to reward Rice’s loyalty by naming him the club’s captain.
      Coe explains Chelsea bid
      Lord Coe has revealed why he joined Sir Martin Broughton’s consortium to buy the club.
      He added while speaking to LBC: “I joined Martin’s bid with one simple proposition – I’m a Chelsea fan of more than 50 years.
      “I was in the ground in 1967, I was born near the ground and still have a house there.
      “For me it was always about the club having the best possible ownership, one that was recognising one very simple fact- that is you don’t really own a club, you’re the stewards of a community sports organisation.
      “At this moment the one thing I hope we end up with is a swift set of solutions to this.”
      Lord Coe issues Chelsea warning
      Lord Sebastien Coe has issued the government a warning about how they’re handling the Chelsea sale.
      He told LBC: “As someone who’s been involved in sport, there is a vacuum here if we’re not careful, which is going to impact on the players, it’s certainly going to impact on the coaching.
      “To be sitting in a stadium where you’re regularly 10,000 fans down because you can’t sell seats, there is a problem here.
      “The rest of the decisions have to be made properly, there is a process and this is a one-off.
      “You don’t see clubs being sold in these circumstances so the Government will have to be really clear what it wants out of this.”
      Lukaku’s tax payment revealed
      Romelu Lukaku became Chelsea’s highest-paid player when he joined the Blues last summer.
      But new figures reveal that the Belgium international has to give up half his wages to the taxman.
      Lukaku’s wages reportedly work out to be £16.9m annually, but HMRC Tax and Revenue’s department takes £8.14 m out of the hefty amount. according to City AM.
      Reece the wheels
      Reece James would be a perfect fit in Real Madrid’s squad.
      That’s the opinion of former Blues star Glen Johnson who told ggrecon: “He would absolutely be a perfect long-term replacement for Dani Carvajal, but I can’t imagine that Chelsea would let him go and I doubt that Reece would want to leave the club anyway.
      “But yes, if Real Madrid could land him then he would be a fantastic long-term replacement.”
      Lukakau’s transfer plans revealed
      Romelu Lukaku is set to snub transfer offers from Newcastle and AC Milan, according to reports.
      Newcastle are one of a few teams who could afford the striker but Lukaku is not keen on the Magpies, report The Evening Standard.
      It is also believed he would reject a move to Milan as he does not want to upset Inter fans – having already angered many with his departure from the club last year.
      Chelsea loan stars praise
      Chelsea ace Levi Colwill has praised the abilities of fellow Blues star Tino Anjorin.
      The pair are on loan together at Huddersfield, and Colwill’s grateful to have the powerful Anjorin alongside him.
      Speaking after Anjorin’s impact against Coventry recently, Colwill said: “He is something else.
      “When he came on he changed the game. His presence is remarkable.
      “When he gets on it and turns, no one can stop him with his power. They were trying to foul him but they couldn’t get near him. We need that.
      “It has definitely helped to have him around We are good mates. We bonded straight away with each other again.
      “It’s good to have another player from Chelsea around me.”
      Chelsea line up Rudiger replacement
      Chelsea are already lining up out-bound defender Antonio Rudiger’s replacement.
      Rudiger is on the verge of joining Real Madrid this summer.
      And the Blues have reportedly lined up RB Leipzig ace Josko Gvardiol as the German’s replacement, according to Goal.
      Good morning Chelsea fans
      Chelsea may be kicked out of the Premier League next season if ongoing takeover talks fall through.
      That’s after outgoing owner Roman Abramovich demanded the £1.6billion he loaned to the club be repaid in full as part of the sale.
      LA Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly is understood to be the preferred bidder after being selected by US-based company Raine.
      But there is a risk of talks folding and any deal being blocked as the Blues are now demanding a change in the process.
      Abramovich initially said he did not want his mega-money loan back as part of the takeover.
      But the West Londoners now argue that the debt “owed” to him through the club’s parent company Fordstam should be part of the proceeds of sale to Jersey-based Camberley International Investment.
      Meanwhile, it emerged that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his company Ineos are frustrated at being shut out of the Chelsea sale by Raine.
      Ratcliffe expected the New York-based company to engage with Sir Jim after he launched his late bid on Friday.
      Instead, Abramovich’s representatives have so far refused to even respond to Ineos, leaving him disappointed.
      Ineos believe that Raine seem more comfortable at the idea of dealing with a US bidder but feel Chelsea fans should be concerned that Todd Boehly’s bid will be 66 per cent funded by venture capital outfit Clearlake.
      And the Blues have received a major transfer boost in their bid to sign Monaco star Aurelien Tchouameni in the summer.
      That is because Real Madrid have surrendered their lead having been put off by the Ligue 1 team’s £60million asking price.
      According to AS, Real are likely to look elsewhere as Tchouameni has been deemed too pricy.
      That is a major development for Chelsea as doubt looms over whether they could meet West Ham’s evaluation for Declan Rice.
      Finally, Andreas Christensen has reportedly agreed a five-year contract with Barcelona.
      And Christensen could be joined by Chelsea team-mates Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso at the Nou Camp next season.
      According to AS, the deal is worth a whopping £21m across the five years, even though the defender will become a free agent in June.
      Barca are also set to let go of Clement Lenglet, Samuel Umtiti and Oscar Mingueza at the end of the season.
      But the Blaugrana are hoping to add further reinforcements with Azpilicueta and Alonso being targeted.
      The pair are under contract at Stamford Bridge until 2023 but both want to move, according to Mundo Deportivo
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